Social Security Offices in Illinois
47 field offices across 38 cities
Illinois has 47 Social Security field offices in 38 cities. Together they're the closest office for around 2,658 surrounding communities, roughly 16.2M residents. The Mount Prospect office covers the most ground, serving about 36 nearby towns. Use the map to find the office closest to you, then open its page for hours, phone, and directions.
- field offices
- 47
- cities
- 38
- communities served
- 2,658
- people in service areas
- 16.2M
Illinois Social Security offices map
47 locations, Social Security offices in Illinois. Click a pin for the address and a link.
Largest Illinois offices by area served
The field offices that are the nearest location for the most surrounding communities.
Illinois cities with more than one office
All Illinois Social Security offices
| City | Towns |
|---|---|
| Alton | 65 |
| Aurora | 48 |
| Belleville | 84 |
| Bloomingdale | 23 |
| Carbondale | 50 |
| Champaign | 103 |
| Chicago | 0 |
| Chicago | 2 |
| Chicago | 0 |
| Chicago | 0 |
| Chicago | 11 |
| Chicago | 0 |
| Chicago | 0 |
| Chicago | 6 |
| Chicago | 1 |
| Chicago | 4 |
| Chicago Heights | 42 |
| Danville | 73 |
| Decatur | 98 |
| East St Louis | 28 |
| Effingham | 142 |
| Elgin | 37 |
| Evanston | 11 |
| Freeport | 89 |
| Galesburg | 111 |
| Harrisburg | 62 |
| Hillside | 23 |
| Joliet | 69 |
| Kankakee | 111 |
| Litchfield | 117 |
| Mount Prospect | 36 |
| Mount Vernon | 125 |
| Normal | 99 |
| North Riverside | 15 |
| Palos Hills | 25 |
| Pekin | 96 |
| Peoria | 69 |
| Peru | 133 |
| Quincy | 108 |
| Rock Island | 75 |
| Rockford | 64 |
| Springfield | 130 |
| Sterling | 96 |
| Waukegan | 42 |
| West Frankfort | 40 |
| Woodridge | 16 |
| Woodstock | 79 |
Visiting a Illinois office
- Most services now require an appointment. Book by calling the office or 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).
- Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request.
- Field offices are open weekdays only and closed on federal holidays, check each office page for exact hours.
- Many tasks don't need a visit: replace a card, get a benefit letter, or update direct deposit online at ssa.gov.
More Social Security help
Social Security offices in Illinois: FAQs
- How many Social Security offices are in Illinois?
- Illinois has 47 Social Security field offices across 38 cities. Each one is listed on this page with its address, phone number, and hours.
- Do I need an appointment at a Illinois Social Security office?
- Since 2025 the SSA asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting any field office. Call the specific office or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to book one.
- Which Illinois Social Security office covers the most communities?
- The Mount Prospect office is the closest field office for the most surrounding towns, about 36 communities. Each office page lists exactly which nearby towns it serves.
- What should I bring to a Illinois Social Security office?
- Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request, such as proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status for a new or replacement card.
- Can I handle Social Security tasks online instead of visiting?
- Yes, with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov you can request a replacement card (in most states), check an application, get a benefit verification letter, and update direct deposit without visiting a Illinois office.